Author: Chris Shaw
Harris, Charles Alfred
Charles Alfred Harris was born in Southrepps on 1st October 18841, the son of George Harris and Elizabeth Jane Harris. Charles was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 30th November 1884.
The 1891 census3 shows the Harris family living at Brunswick House, North Walsham where George was a gardener. In 19014 the family were now in Bacton Road, North Walsham. Charles was a warehouseman for a cabinet maker.
On 7th September 1906 Charles married5 Annie Ethel Bullimore at All Saints Church, Gimingham. The 1911 census6 has the family living in North Walsham and Charles was an ostler at a hotel.
Charles enlisted on 10th December 1915 in 3/6th Battalion Essex Regiment as Private G/73153 and was mobilised on 5th June 1916. He was transferred to 29th Battalion of the Middlesex Regiment on 14th November 1916 as Private 159182 before being transferred again on 25th July 1918 to 5th Rifle Brigade as Private 55545.
His final posting was to the Army Service Corps as Private T/438061 on 14th August 1918 which saw him shipped out to Archangel in Russia in October 1918. He remained there until injury saw him being repatriated in September 1919. Charles was discharged from the army on 6th November 1919.
Charles Alfred Harris died in Norfolk in 1927 aged 43.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal and Victory Medal7.
1 North Walsham school records
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.113
3 1891 Census – RG12/1509 Folio 129 Page 11
4 1901 Census – RG13/1823 Folio 11 Page 12
5 Army records
6 1911 Census – RG14/11162/120
7 Army medal records
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Harvey, Francis Joseph
Francis Joseph Harvey was born in Southrepps on 24th September 18791, the son of James Harvey and Sarah Maria Harvey. Francis was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 23rd November 1879.
In 18813 the Harvey family were living in Church Street where James was an agricultural labourer. Francis’ siblings were George Robert (4) and Laura Elizabeth (3). The 1891 census4 shows the family living in Mill Street, Gimingham and James was now the parish clerk.
In 19015 the family were still in Gimingham and Francis was a carpenter. The 1911 census6 shows Francis still living with his parents in Gimingham and he was now a hotel porter.
Francis served in the Merchant Navy during the Great War but no details are known.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 Gimingham school records
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.8
3 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 54 Page 12
4 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 21 Page 9
5 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 75 Page 14
6 1911 Census – RG14/11170/67A
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Harvey, George Victor
George Victor Harvey was born in Cromer on 20th May 18871, the son of John Harvey and Edith Harvey (née Bird). George was baptised2 Church of Sts Peter & Paul, Cromer on 5th July 1887.
The 1891 census3 shows the Harvey family were living with George’s grandfather in Cromer. John Harvey was a groom. In 19014 the Harvey family including George’s brothers Reginald (9), Basil (4) and Donald (1) were living at the Royal Links Hotel Stables where John Harvey was a Coachman
The 1911 census5 shows George working as a groom in London and living at 101 Devonshire Mews. George’s parents kept the Vernon Arms from 1912 to 1932.
George’s military history has been difficult to ascertain but we know he enlisted with 1/1st Battalion of the London Yeomanry6 as Private H/265496.
In 19391 George was living back in Norfolk at Kelling Hall Cottages and working as a groom.
George Victor Harvey died in Norfolk in 1966 aged 79. His brother Reginald Thomas also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TRKJ
2 Cromer Sts Peter & Paul Baptism Register 1887 – Entry no.1138
3 1891 Census – RG12/1511 Folio 109 Page 44
4 1901 Census – RG13/1826 Folio 52 Page 42
5 1911 Census – RG14/517/253
6 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Harvey, Harold Charles
Harold Charles Harvey was born in Southrepps on 11th May 18771, the son of Richard Clark Harvey and Mary Ann Harvey (née Payne). Harold was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 10th June 1877.
In 18813 the Harvey family were living in Upper Street, Southrepps where Richard was a farm labourer. Harold’s siblings were Richard (12), Robert (10), John Henry (8), Emily Maria (7) and Florence Maud (5 months). The 1891 census4 shows the family living in Barn Row, Harold’s siblings were now Richard (22), Robert (20), John Henry (18), Florence (10), Lily (8), Ethel (6), Violet (3) and Eliza (2).
The 1911 census5 shows Harold living at 14 Bentinck Mews, Marylebone with the Meadows family where he was a coachman.
Harold enlisted with the Royal Field Artillery6 in 11 Company as Driver 52899. We know he arrived in France on 2nd June 1915 but no other information is known at present.
The 1939 register1 shows Harold unmarried and living at 21 Burrows Road, Willesden (the home of his brother in law and sister Florence) where he was a foreman labourer.
Harold Charles Harvey died on 7th September 19587 aged 81 at the Central Middlesex Hospital, Willesden.
His brother John Henry served in the Royal Navy.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal8.
1 1939 Register – BXGZ
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1845-1879 – Entry no.742
3 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 50 Pages 3 & 4
4 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 78 Page 12
5 1911 Census – RG14/524/137
6 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
7 National Probate Calendar 1958 – Page 268
8 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Rolls
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Harvey, John Henry
John Henry Harvey was born in Southrepps on 25th October 18721, the son of Richard Clark Harvey and Mary Ann Harvey (née Payne). John was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 19th January 1873.
In 18813 the Harvey family were living in Upper Street, Southrepps where Richard was a farm labourer. John’s siblings were Richard (12), Robert (10), Emily Maria (7), Harold Charles (3) and Florence Maud (5 months). The 1891 census4 shows the family living in Barn Row, John’s siblings were now Richard (22), Robert (20), Harold Charles (13), Florence (10), Lily (8), Ethel (6), Violet (3) and Eliza (2).
John Henry Harvey enlisted with the Royal Navy on 4th June 1893 in Chatham but gave his date of birth as 4th June 1875. John commenced as a Boy and progressed to Able Bodied Seaman and Sailmaker’s Mate 162392 on HMS Angora5. He initially signed on for 12 years but continued through to 19th April 1919.
In 19391 John was back in Southrepps living with his sister Edith in Barn Row. They were both listed as horticultural labourers.
John Henry Harvey died on 15th April 1944 aged 71 and was buried6 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 19th April.
His brother Harold Charles served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1845-1879 – Entry no.651
3 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 50 Pages 3 & 4
4 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 78 Page 12
5 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
6 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.91
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Harvey, Reginald Thomas
Reginald Thomas Harvey was born in Cromer on 4th July 18911,2, the son of John Harvey and Edith Harvey (née Bird). Thomas was baptised2 at Church of Sts Peter & Paul, Cromer on 11th March 1894.
In 19013 the Harvey family including Reginald’s brothers George (13), Basil (4) and Donald (1) were living at the Royal Links Hotel Stables, Cromer where John Harvey was a coachman. The 1911 census4 has Reginald working in Southrepps as a butcher’s assistant for his uncle Thomas Bird. Reginald’s parents kept the Vernon Arms from 1912 to 1932.
Reginald enlisted with 3rd Battalion Bedfordshire Regiment on 31st August 1914 in Marylebone, London as Private 13211. He was recorded as being 5’ 6” tall with blue eyes and brown hair.
On 4th May 1915 Reginald sustained a shrapnel wound to his right thigh whilst in France and returned to England for treatment. He was discharged from the Army on 18th April 1916 due to his injuries which had reduced the length of his right leg.
Thereafter he was working as a porter at the Vernon Arms, Southrepps.
On 28th September 1925 he married Kate Miriam Dyball at Westwick church, Reginald was noted as a chauffeur5. In 19391 they were living at 6 Gunton Terrace, Overstrand where Reginald was a poultry farmer; they do not appear to have had any children.
Reginald died on 27th December 19766 aged 85 and was buried at St Martin’s Church, Overstrand.
His brother George Victor enlisted together with cousins Harold William Bird and Thomas Edward Bird.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal & Silver War Badge7.
1 1939 Register – TRJA. This records date of birth as 5th July
2 Cromer Sts Peter & Paul Baptism Register 1894 – Entry no.1411
3 1901 Census – RG13/1826 Folio 52 Page 42
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/60
5 Westwick Marriage Register 1925 – Entry no.101
6 Overstrand St Martin’s Church – Gravestone
7 Army medal card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Albert Henry
Albert Henry Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 9th October 18991, the son of John Henry Hewitt and Annie Elizabeth Hewitt (née Beck). Albert was baptised1 on 31st December 1899 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19012 the Hewitt family lived in Upper Street, Southrepps where John Henry was a team man3 on a farm. The census4 of 1911 shows the Hewitt family living in Upper Street, Southrepps and Albert was still at school.
Albert joined the Royal Navy on 28th February 19165 as a Boy 2nd Class J/50206 on HMS Impregnable. His Navy record shows his height just under 5’ 5” with dark brown hair, blue eyes and a scar on his left buttock! His previous employment was shown as a Restaurant Car Attendant.
He served on Impregnable until 16th September 1916, where he was now a Boy 1st Class, and then transferred to HMS Vanguard.
HMS Vanguard suddenly exploded just before midnight on 9th July 1917 whilst anchored in Scapa Flow. The magazine explosion took 843 of her crew down with her including Albert Henry Hewitt aged 17. There were only 2 survivors.
Albert Henry Hewitt is commemorated6 on the Chatham Naval Memorial, Kent (Column 22). He is also remembered on the Southrepps War Memorial at St James’ Church.
His brother, William John, also served in the Royal Navy.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal5.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.402
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 87 Page 11
3 Looked after horses
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/51
5 Royal Navy records
6 CWGC records
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Charles
Charles Hewitt (Jockey) was born in Southrepps on 8th June 18791, the son of Charles Hewitt and Elizabeth Hewitt (née Frary). He was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 20th July 1879.
In 18813 the Hewitt family were living in Lower Street, Southrepps where Charles senior was a farm labourer. Charles junior’s siblings were Walter James (11), Ann Maria (10), Sarah Elizabeth (7), George (6) and Mary (3). The 1891 census4 shows the family still living in Lower Street and Charles’ siblings still at home are Walter (21), George (16), Mary (14), Frances (10), Robert (7), Frederick (5) and Sidney (3).
On 23rd April 1900 Charles enlisted with the Norfolk Regiment as Private 5616 and on 22 August was transferred to 2nd Battalion. However on 19th June 1901 he was discharged from the army due to being medically unfit. Charles married5 Ellen May Burton-Pye, daughter of John Burton-Pye, on 1st January 1911 at St James’ Church, Southrepps and in the census6 that year they were boarders with the Bloom family in Southrepps. Ellen’s brother John was also a boarder.
Charles enlisted with 3rd Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 10869 on 9th November 1914 in Norwich. On 29th September 1915 he was transferred to 2nd Battalion and his overseas service commenced in the Balkans.7 Whilst serving in the Balkans Charles was transferred to 6th Battalion Royal Dublin Fusiliers as Private 6/27855 on 18th September 1916.
He contracted malaria during his Balkan service and was invalided back to England on 20th July 1917. As a consequence of this Charles was discharged from the army on 19th September 1917.
Charles and Ellen went on to have nine children, Ruby May born 1911, Charles Richard (Hockem) born 1912, Harry William (Breeches) born 1914, Kathleen born 1918, Herbert (No Bones) born 1920, Sarah Maud born 1922, Albert E (Gaffer) born 1924, Hazel May (Dot) born 1927, and Ernest (Little Jockey) born 1929.
The 1939 Register1 shows the Hewitt family living in Sandy Lane, Antingham where Charles was an agricultural labourer.
Charles Hewitt died in 1955 aged 76.
Charles’ brother Sidney Richard also served in the army. His uncles Richard James Burton-Pye, Harry Edward Burton-Pye & John Thomas Burton-Pye also enlisted.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal & Silver War Badge8.
1 1939 Register – TRJF
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.794
3 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 64 Pages 31 & 32
4 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 73 Page 2
5 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.379
6 1911 Census – RG14/11178/157
7 It is likely that Charles travelled to Salonica with Samuel Burton-Pye and Ernest Smith
8 Army Medal Index Card, Medal Roll & Silver War Badge
Hewitt, Charles
Charles Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 25th Apr 18911, the son of Isaac Hewitt and Harriet Sendall Hewitt (née Larke). Charles was baptised2 on 31st May 1891 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In August 1892 Charles’ father Isaac died and no doubt the family fell upon hard times.
The 1901 census3 finds widowed Harriet Hewitt living on Church Street with sons George (16), James (14), Arthur (11) and Charles (9).
On 18th November 1907 Charles enlisted with the 1st Norfolk Regiment and in the 1911 census4 Charles was based at Malplaquet Barracks, Aldershot. He continued to serve with the Norfolks as a Private until May 1918 when he transferred to the Suffolk Regiment as a Lance Corporal. That service continued through to 14th February 1919.
On 13th December 19135 Charles married Alice Edith Clarke in Stowmarket, Suffolk and on 31st October 1914 their daughter Dorothy Cambrai was born followed by their son Charles William on 16th October 1919.
From May to December 1920 Charles was employed as a Watch and Clock repairer in Ipswich before enlisting in the RAF on 21st June 1921 as a Clerk with service no.348022. He was discharged from the RAF on 9th December 1921 due to ill health.
The 1939 register1 shows the Hewitt family living at 34 Albert Road, Hendon where Charles was a packer at a food preparation machinery manufacturer.
Charles Hewitt died on 15th April 19746 aged 82 in Hendon, London.
Charles’ brothers John Herbert and George Isaac served in the Army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal7.
1 1939 Register BKDB
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.264
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 88 Page 13
4 1911 Census – RG14/6263
5 RAF records
6 National Probate Calendar 1974 – Page 4181
7 RAF medal records
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Donald Thomas
Donald Thomas Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 2nd November 18991,2, the son of Henry Hewitt & Caroline Margaret Hewitt (née Jarvis). Donald was baptised2 on 28th January 1900 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
The census of 19013 records the Hewitt family including Donald’s siblings Alice (14), Gerard (13), Glynn (11), Gladys (10), Wilfred (7), Dorothy (5), Margery (4) and Madge (3 months) living in Church Street, Southrepps with Henry being described as a General Carter. The 1911 census4 reveals that Henry & Caroline have had 14 children, of whom 10 are still alive. Donald was still at school and his siblings still at home were Gerard (23), Glynn (21), Wilfred (17), Dorothy (15), Margery (14), Madge (10) and Kenneth (9). Donald enlisted in the Royal Navy on 6th November 1917 at Chatham. His service no. was K/47045 and on his record sheet he was noted as being 5’ 6” tall with brown hair and blue eyes.
Following his initial training at HMS Pembroke II (Eastchurch) he was transferred to HMS Africa. He is believed to have been a Stoker on this ship.
He later served on HMS Idaho, HMS Ambitious, HMS Hermione and finally returned to HMS Pembroke II where he was demobilised on 24th July 1919.
Donald married Eva Aplin in 1924 in Plymouth.
In 19391 Donald was living with his wife Eva at 20 Garden Crescent, Plymouth where he was a marine fireman.
Donald’s brothers also enlisted – Gerard George, Glynn Reginald & Wilfred Henry.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal.
1 1939 Register – WEJR
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.404
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 88 Page 14
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/135
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Ellen May
Ellen May Hewitt was born in 2nd November 18981 in Southrepps, the daughter of Walter James Hewitt and Mary Ann Hewitt (née Burton-Pye). Ellen was baptised1 on 27th November 1898 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19012 the Hewitt family were living in Lower Street and where Walter was a bricklayer’s labourer. Ellen’s siblings were Florence (5), John (4), Walter (3) and Robert (1). The 1911 census3 shows that Walter was now a widower and Ellen’s siblings were now Florence (15), John (14), Walter (13), Robert (11), Arthur (9) and Harry (6).
Ellen enlisted with the Red Cross as a V.A.D on 29th June 1918 and continued through to 9th December 1918. Her address on enlistment was Bayes Cottage, Lower Street and she was employed at the 13th Canadian Military Hospital in Hastings.
Ellen’s brother John Henry served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – nil.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.383
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 92 Page 21
3 1911 Census – RG14/11178/127
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, George Isaac
George Isaac Hewitt was born on 12th June 18841, the son of Isaac Hewitt and Harriet Sendall Hewitt (née Larke). George was baptised at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 27th July 18842.
In 18913 the Hewitt family were living in Church Street, Southrepps where Isaac was an agricultural labourer. George’s siblings were Robert (14), John (13), Ellen (12), Freddy (9), James (4) and Arthur (1).
In August 1892 George’s father Isaac died and no doubt the family fell upon hard times.
The 1901 census4 finds widowed Harriet Hewitt living on Church Street with sons George (16), James (14), Arthur (11) and Charles (9).
George enlisted with 3rd Battalion Norfolk Regiment on 27th May 1902 as Private 4762. He was discharged on 4th May 1908 as being medically unfit.
On 5th June 1909 George married5 Clara Hurn, daughter of George Hurn, at St James’ Church, Southrepps and in 19116 they were living in Lower Street with their son Victor. George was a domestic gardener.
We are unsure of George’s Great War service but we know he served as Private 159785 of 575th Employment Company of the Labour Corps7.
George’s wife Clara died in 1921 and on 3rd June 1922 he married8 Alice Hewitt, daughter of Charles Hewitt, at St James’ Church, Southrepps. In 19391 George and Alice were living in Southrepps. He was now a road labourer.
George Isaac Hewitt died in 1948 aged 64 and was buried9 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 3rd August.
His brother Charles served in the Army & RAF. His brother John Herbert also served in the Army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.105
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 79 Page 13
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 88 Page 13
5 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.369
6 1911 Census – RG14/11178/118
7 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
8 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.430
9 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.149
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Gerard George
Gerard George Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 15th November 18871 the son of Henry Hewitt & Caroline Margaret Hewitt (née Jarvis). Gerard was baptised2 on 21st December 1889 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 18913 the Hewitt family were living in Church Street, Southrepps where Gerard’s siblings were Alice (4), Glynn (1) and Gladys (4 months). Henry was described as a farmer and school attendance officer.
The census of 19014 records the Hewitt family including Gerard’s siblings Alice (14), Glynn (11), Gladys (10), Wilfred (7), Dorothy (5), Margery (4), Donald (1) and Madge (3 months) still living in Church Street, Southrepps with Henry being described as a General Carter. The 1911 census5 reveals that Henry & Caroline have had 14 children, of whom 10 are still alive. At this stage Gerard was a painter (decorator) and his siblings still at home were Glynn (21), Wilfred (17), Dorothy (15), Margery (14), Donald (11), Madge (10) and Kenneth (9).
Gerard married Mabel Emma Turner Chadwick at St Mary’s Church, Northrepps on 4th February 1913. They had two sons before Gerard enlisted on 11th December 1915 in Cromer with 3rd Battalion Norfolk Regiment (Charles Gerard born 1913 & Arthur George born 1914).
A third son, Frederick Henry, was born 4th August 1916 but sadly Gerard’s wife Mabel died a few days after giving birth. Henry Hewitt of Brook House, Southrepps was named as the boys’ guardian in Army records.
Gerard was transferred from the Norfolk’s (regimental no.25821) to the Suffolk Regiment then the Middlesex Regiment and finally 331st Company Labour Corps6 as Private 178095 as he was not deemed fit enough to serve overseas. He finished his army service with 326th Home Service Works Company and was demobilised on 26th August 1919.
Following his return to civilian life Gerard married Winifred Grimwood in 1921 and in the 1939 Register1 he and Winifred were living in Cambridge together with Gerard’s son Charles Gerard. Gerard was described as a Foreman House Decorator.
Gerard George Hewitt of 45 Hawthorn Way, Cambridge died on 10th March 19537 aged 65 at Addenbrookes Hospital and the executor of his estate was named as his son Frederick Henry Hewitt.
Gerard’s brothers also enlisted – Donald Thomas, Glynn Reginald & Wilfred Henry.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TADD
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.232
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 79 Page 14
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 88 Page 14
5 1911 Census – RG14/11178/135
6 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
7 National Probate Calendar 1953 – Page 388
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Glynn Reginald
Glynn Reginald Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 13th October 18891 the son of Henry Hewitt & Caroline Margaret Hewitt (née Jarvis). He was baptised2 in St James’ Church, Southrepps on 21st December 1889.
In 18913 the Hewitt family were living in Church Street, Southrepps where Glynn’s siblings were Alice (4), Gerard (3) and Gladys (4 months). Henry was described as a farmer and school attendance officer.
The census of 19014 records the Hewitt family including Glynn’s siblings Alice (14), Gerard (13), Gladys (10), Wilfred (7), Dorothy (5), Margery (4), Donald (1) and Madge (3 months) living in Church Street, Southrepps with Henry being described as a General Carter. The 1911 census5 reveals that Henry & Caroline have had 14 children, of whom 10 are still alive. At this stage Glynn was a Gardener and his siblings still at home were Gerard (23), Wilfred (17), Dorothy (15), Margery (14), Donald (11), Madge (10) and Kenneth (9).
It is not known where Glynn served during the Great War but his medal card and medal roll confirms he served in the 1st Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 203525. Glynn chose not to bear arms due to his religious beliefs and served as a stretcher bearer.
He was Mentioned in Despatches for helping to retrieve a wounded man in no-man’s land.
During his war service Glynn was gassed and this affected his eyesight for the rest of his life.
On his return to Southrepps he married6 Sarah Bayes, daughter of Richard Bayes, on 24th November 1919 at St James’ Church, Southrepps and the 1939 Register1 shows them living in Jasmine House in Lower Street. Glynn was described as a Gardener.
Glynn Reginald Hewitt died on 26th May 19747 aged 84 in Norfolk.
Glynn’s brothers also enlisted – Donald Thomas, Gerard George & Wilfred Henry.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal8.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.233
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 79 Page 14
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 88 Page 14
5 1911 Census – RG14/11178/135
6 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.419
7 National Probate Calendar 1974 – Page 4133
8 Army Medal Index Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Herbert John
Herbert John Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 15th October 18971, the son of Edward John Hewitt and Charlotte Hewitt (née Glister). Herbert was baptised1 on 28th November 1897 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19012 the Hewitt family were living in Gimingham where Edward was an agricultural labourer. Herbert was the youngest child, his other siblings being Violet (17), James (14), Rachel (13), Walter (11), Eliza (10), Thomas (7) and Nellie (5). The 1911 census3 finds the family in Sloley where Herbert was the last child left at home.
Herbert enlisted with 1st Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 3/7352 and embarked4 for France on 11th March 1915.
Herbert John Hewitt was killed in action on 29th May 19155 aged 17 and has no known grave. He is commemorated6 on the Ypres (Menin Gate) Memorial in Bay 4 Stone F.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal7.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.368
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 77 Page 17
3 1911 Census – RG14/11137/100
4 Medal Index card
5 Norfolk Regiment Casualty & Sickness Book – Page 41A
6 CWCG records
7 Army Medal Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, John Henry
John Henry Hewitt was born in Southrepps in 1891, the illegitimate son of Ann Hewitt. John was baptised at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 22nd February 18911.
In 18912 John was living at his grandparent’s house (John & Charlotte Hewitt) on the Common together with his mother Ann and her siblings. The 1901 census3 shows John still living with his grandparents in Lower Street, his mother was now married to James Mayes.
In 19114 John was living with his uncle Arthur Hewitt and his wife Ellen in Lower Street. John was a farm labourer.
John enlisted in Cromer in 9th Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 40223.
John Hewitt was killed on 18th October 19165 aged 25 and buried initially at Grid reference 57c.N.27.a.2.1 before being re-interred at Bancourt British Cemetery, Pas de Calais, France in Plot 7 Row B Grave 86. He is also remembered on the Southrepps War Memorial at St James’ Church.
John’s mother, Ann Mayes, received his effects7.
John’s half-brother Herbert George Mayes served in the Norfolk and Essex Regiments and his half-sister Ellen Elizabeth Burton-Pye served with the Red Cross as a VAD.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal8.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.256
2 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 86 Page 28
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 94 Page 25
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/141
5 Norfolk Regiment Casualty & Sickness Book – Page 97A
6 CWGC records
7 Register of Soldiers’ Effects – Entry no.493640
8 Army Medal Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, John Henry
John Henry Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 15th June 18961, the son of Walter James Hewitt and Mary Ann Hewitt (née Burton-Pye).
In 19012 the Hewitt family were living in Lower Street and where Walter was a bricklayer’s labourer. John’s siblings were Florence (5), Walter (3), Ellen May (2) and Robert (1). The 1911 census3 shows that Walter was now a widower and John’s siblings were now Florence (15), Walter (13), Ellen (12), Robert (11), Arthur (9) and Harry (6).
John initially enlisted on 12th September 1914 with 10th Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 15151, he was soon transferred to 3rd Battalion Essex Regiment as Private 20740 and landed in the Dardanelles on 23rd September 1915 where he spent 4 months. He also saw 2 month’s service in Egypt with 1st Battalion Essex Regiment. John landed in France from Egypt on 20th March 1916 but received a gunshot wound to his right arm on 12th October 1916 and was evacuated back to England.
He landed in France again on 25th January 1917 and transferred to 14th Battalion Royal Welsh Fusiliers as Private 55867 on 11th February. John was gassed on 28th July 1917 and after a short recuperation was re-united with his battalion. On 18th February 1918 John was in hospital again this time suffering from diphtheria.
John was transferred to 660th Agricultural Company of the Labour Corps as Private 671300 on 12th November 1918 before being demobilised on 8th February 1919.
John married4 Ethel Rosa Turner, daughter of Henry Turner, on 19th April 1930 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19391 John and his wife Ethel were living at ‘Springfields’, Lower Street where John was a farm labourer and ARP warden.
John Henry Hewitt died on 25th September 1952 aged 56 and was buried5 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 29th September.
His sister Ellen May served with the Red Cross as a VAD.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal6.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 95 Page 21
3 1911 Census – RG14/11178/127
4 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1838-1937 – Entry no.460
5 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.202
6 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, John Herbert
John Herbert Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 11th September 18771, the son of Isaac Hewitt and Harriet Sendall Hewitt (née Larke). John was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 16th December 1877.
In 18813 the Hewitt family were living in Upper Street, Southrepps where Isaac was a Farm labourer. John’s siblings were Robert (4) and Ellen (2). The 1891 census4 shows the family living in Church Street, Southrepps. John’s siblings have increased in number to Robert (14), Ellen (12), Freddy (9), George (7), James (4) and Arthur (1) and John was now an agricultural labourer but using the name Herbert.
In August 1892 John’s father Isaac died and no doubt the family fell upon hard times.
The 1901 census5 finds Herbert living in Overstrand at the Pleasaunce Gardens where he was a domestic gardener. He seems to have remained working there for some time as the 1911 census6 and electoral rolls confirm that.
On 6th August 1911 he married Janie Elizabeth Payne at St Mark’s Church, Lakenham and they had a son Eric the following year.
Little information has been found regarding John’s time in the Army but we know he enlisted with 20th Battalion Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) as Private 41766 and then service number G/53038.
John Herbert Hewitt was killed on 16th April 1917 aged 39 and has no known grave. He is commemorated7 on the Arras Memorial, Pas de Calais, France and also the one in Cromer.
His brother Charles served in the Army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal.
1 Birth Certificate
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1845-1879 – Entry no.755
3 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 51 Page 6
4 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 79 Page 13
5 1901 Census – RG13/1825 Folio 107 Page 15
6 1911 Census – RG14/11175/13
7 CWGC records
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Reginald Hedley
Reginald Hedley Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 22nd May 18991,2, the son of George Hewitt and Rose Anna Hewitt (née Baker). Reginald was baptised2 on 25th June 1899 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19013 the Hewitt family were living in Lower Street where George was a bricklayer’s labourer. Reginald’s sibling was Henry Oliver (Baker). Reginald’s mother Rose Anna died in 1903 and George married Harriet Elizabeth Golden in 1908.
The 1911 census4 shows George, Harriet and Reginald still in Lower Street.
Reginald enlisted in the army but little is known of his service. We do know that he was Private 567775 of 18th Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers.
Reginald married Annie May Andrews in 1925 and in 19391 they were living at Denmark Green, Hardingham where Reginald was a railway guard.
Reginald’s half-brother, Henry Oliver Baker, also served in the Army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal6.
1 1939 Register – TRSH
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.391
3 1901 Census – RG12/1824 Folio 91 Page 20
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/129
5 Medal Index card
6 Army Medal Index card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Sidney Richard
Sidney Richard Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 25th June 18881, the son of Charles Hewitt and Elizabeth Hewitt (née Frary). Sidney was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 26th August 1888.
In 18913 the Hewitt family were living in Lower Street where Charles was an Agricultural labourer. Sidney’s siblings were Walter (21), George (16), Mary (14), Charles (12), Frances (10), Robert (7) and Frederick (5). The 1901 census4 shows the family still living in Lower Street and Sidney’s siblings still at home were Fanny (19), Robert (17), Frederick (15) and Ethel (8).
In 19115 the family remained in Lower Street and Sidney’s siblings still at home were Robert (27) and Frederick (25). Sidney was now a farm labourer.
Sidney enlisted with 9th Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Corporal 3/10693 and embarked for France on 5th October 1915. He was promoted to Sergeant before transferring to 2/13th London Regiment where he was promoted again to Company Sergeant Major 617536.
Sidney was discharged from the Army on 29th April 1920 and married Rose Elizabeth Hicks in that year. In the 1939 register1 they were living at The Hill, Lower Street where Sidney was a farm labourer.
Sidney Richard Hewitt died on 13th March 1958 aged 69 and was buried6 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 17th March.
Sidney’s brother Charles also served in the Army. His uncles, Richard James Burton-Pye, Harry Edward Burton-Pye & John Thomas Burton-Pye also served in the Army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal7.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.201
3 1891 Census RG12/1510 Folio 73 Page 2
4 1901 Census RG13/1824 Folio 94 Page 26 & Folio 95 Page 27
5 1911 Census RG14/11178/149
6 Southrepps St James Burial Register – Entry no.260
7 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, Wilfred Henry
Wilfred Henry Hewitt was born in Southrepps in 1893 the son of Henry Hewitt & Caroline Margaret Hewitt (née Jarvis).
The census of 19011 records the Hewitt family including Wilfred’s siblings Alice (14), Gerard (13), Glynn (11), Gladys (10), Dorothy (5), Margery (4), Donald (1) and Madge (3 months) living in Church Street, Southrepps with Henry being described as a general carter.
The 1911 census2 reveals that Henry & Caroline have had 14 children, of whom 10 are still alive. Wilfred’s occupation was described as a Gardener and his siblings still at home are Gerard (23), Glynn (21), Dorothy (15), Margery (14), Donald (11), Madge (10) and Kenneth (9).
Wilfred enlisted with the 7th Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 15146. He disembarked in France on 4th October 1915. Wilfred was wounded in the leg3 and hospitalised at 13 General Hospital, Boulogne on 10th June 1916 before being transferred to Norfolk on 12th June.
Wilfred Henry Hewitt lost his life in France on 31st July 19174 aged 24 and was buried at Monchy British Cemetery, Monchy-le-Preux, Pas de Calais in Plot 1 Row E Grave 37. He is also remembered on the Southrepps War Memorial at St James’ Church.
Three of Wilfred’s brothers also enlisted, Donald Thomas, Gerard George & Glynn Reginald.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal5.
1 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 88 Page 14
2 1911 Census – RG14/11178/135
3 Norfolk Regiment Casualty & Sickness Book – Page 44B
4 CWGC records
5 Army Medal Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hewitt, William John
William John Hewitt was born in Southrepps on 16th March 19011, the son of John Henry Hewitt and Annie Elizabeth Hewitt (née Beck). William was baptised2 on 19th May 1901 at St James’ Church, Southrepps. In 19013 the Hewitt family lived in Upper Street, Southrepps where John Henry was a team man4 on a farm. The census5 of 1911 shows the Hewitt family living in Upper Street, Southrepps and William is still at school.
William joined the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class J/93486 on HMS Powerful. On joining the Navy William was noted as being 5’ 3” tall with dark brown hair and blue eyes. He had formerly been a railway porter for the Great Eastern Railway.
William John Hewitt died on 16th November 1918 aged 17 of Influenza & Broncho Pneumonia at RN Sick Quarters, Trevol, Tor Point, Cornwall. He was buried6 on the North side of St James’ Church, Southrepps on 22nd November 1918. Many of his shipmates of a similar age also died of the same condition.
His brother, Albert Henry, also served in the Royal Navy.
William John Hewitt is commemorated on the War Memorial at Liverpool
Street Station in London.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 Royal Navy records
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.443
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 87 Page 11
4 Looked after horses
5 1911 Census – RG14/11178/51
6 Southrepps St James Burial Records 1872-1933 – Entry no.644
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hurn, Albert MM
Albert Hurn was born in Southrepps on 11th October 18941, the son of Leonard Hurn and Ann Hurn (née Pitcher).
In 19012 the Hurn family was living in Lower Street where Albert’s siblings were John (20), Clement (19), Charles (18), Leonard (16), Florence (3) and Beatrice (1). Leonard senior was a Woodman. The 1911 census3 records that Leonard and Ann have had 13 children, of whom 5 have died. Albert’s siblings still at home are Florence (13), Beatrice (11), Emily (8) and Maud (3). Albert and his father were both estate labourers.
Albert enlisted in the Norfolk Regiment on 9th November 19144 as Private 16235.
He arrived in France on 7th October 1915 with 9th Battalion Norfolk Regiment and was discharged on 1st April 19174 due to Gunshot Wounds to both legs. Albert was awarded a Military Medal5 and a Silver War Badge. It is believed that he received the MM for saving the life of an officer.
On returning home he married Daisy Leeder on 4th October 1919 and they had two sons, Ernest born 1920 and Basil born 22nd April 1927.
The 1939 register1 shows Albert and Daisy living at 51 The Avenues, Norwich together with their son Basil. Albert was an electrical meter mechanic.
Albert Hurn died on 26th September 1967 aged 72 in Norwich.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – Military Medal, 1914/15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal & Silver War Badge6.
1 1939 Register – TPCT
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 95 Page 28
3 1911 Census – RG14/11178/138
4 Silver War Badge Roll – No.158128
5 The 9th Battalion War diary of 7th June 1916 records that Albert has been awarded a MM but does not explain the circumstances
6 Army Medal Index Card, Medal Rolls & SWB Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Hurn, George Henry
George Henry Hurn was born in Southrepps on 1st January 18891, the son of George Hurn and Hannah Maria Hurn (née Burton-Pye). George was baptised2 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 31st March 1889.
In 18913 the Hurn family were living in Long Lane, Southrepps where George senior was an agricultural labourer. George junior’s siblings were Clara (3) and Joe (8 months). George senior died in 1900 and the 1901 census4 shows Hannah a charwoman supporting her children Clara (13), George (12), Joe (10), Gladys (6) and Margaret (1).
In 19115 George was still living at home and was now a farm labourer. George married6 Ellen May Dix, daughter of William Dix, on 12th November 1915 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
George’s military history has been difficult to ascertain but we know he served as Private 181579 in 426th Agricultural Company of the Labour Corps7.
In 19391 the Hurn family were living at Manor Farm where George was a labourer.
George Henry Hurn died in December 1956 aged 67 and was buried8 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 22nd December.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.219
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 75 Page 6
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 82 Page 2
5 1911 Census – RG14/11178/116
6 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.412
7 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
8 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.241
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Jordan, Stanley Arthur
Stanley Arthur Jordan was born in Southrepps on 19th December 18941, the son of Henry Jordan and Julia Martha Jordan (née Dixon). Stanley was baptised1 on 30th August 1896 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19012 the Jordan family were living at the New Inn, Southrepps where Henry was the innkeeper and also a farmer. Stanley’s siblings were Francis (13), John (12), Henry (9), Sidney (7), Dorothy (4) and Archibald (1). The 1911 census3 shows the family living at Peggs Farm, Colby – Henry and Julia have had 13 children, 11 are still alive. Stanley was now a butcher and worked for Mr Charles Palmer in North Walsham.
Stanley enlisted4 with the Army Service Corps on 1st August 1913 in Norwich as Private S/32823. On 3rd October 1914 he was disciplined after being found asleep whilst acting as a regimental policemen and confined to barracks for 7 days.
He was sent to France on 12th January 1915 and was transferred to the 15th Battalion Cheshire Regiment on 24th September 1917 as Private 51351.
Stanley Arthur Jordan was killed in action on or about 27th March 1918 aged 23 and has no known grave. He is commemorated5 on the Pozieres Memorial, France and also at Colby.
The Battalion war diary at that time reads as follows and covers the period 24th March 1918 (Suzanne & Maricourt), 25th March (Maricourt), 26th March (Dray Meaulte) and 27th to 30th March (Buire sur Ancre).
Billets were reached at 4am but immediately on arrival orders were received to proceed to MARICOURT in support of the front line troops and almost immediately the Battalion were engaged in active operations against the great enemy offensive.
The nature and result of such operations appear from the report attached, and it only remains to be added that never had our officers and men shewn better form.
At no time was any sign of retirement shewn and portions were only evacuated on direct orders from superior authority as a result of operations on our flanks, large numbers of the enemy were killed. Our losses although heavy were very small in proportion to those impacted on our opponents and generally the fine reputation of the Battalion was greatly enhanced.
When one remembers that the action was that most difficult operation in warfare – a rearguard action – and that it was carried out absolutely according to plans and in perfect order.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal6.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.345
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 86 Page 9
3 1911 Census – RG14/11221/67
4 Army Enlistment records
5 CWGC records
6 Army Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Kimm, Albert Harold
Albert Harold Kimm was born in Southrepps on 25th August 18871, the son of Robert Kimm and Sarah Kimm (née Porter). Albert was baptised2 on 26th April 1888 at St Nicholas’ Church, North Walsham.
In 18912 the Kimm family were living in Bradfield Road, Southrepps where Robert was a Relieving Officer and Registrar of Births and Deaths. Albert’s siblings were Mary (16), Robert (14), Ernest (12), Herbert (10), Alice (8), Francis (6) and Cyril (4 months). The 1901 census3 shows the Kimm family living at Red Lion Cottages where Albert’s siblings still at home were Alice (18) and Francis (15).
In 19114 Albert was still living at home with his widowed father, sister Alice and her daughter Gwendoline. Albert was a boot maker and had a shop5 in King’s Arms Street, North Walsham both before and after his military service.
On 8th April 19126 Albert married Eva May Woods at St Stephen’s Church in Norwich. They had a daughter Eva Millicent born 31st March 1913.
Albert enlisted in the Royal Horse Artillery as Gunner 195078 on 12th December 1915 but wasn’t mobilised until 17th January 1917. His address on mobilisation was Madras Cottage, Bacton Road, North Walsham. He was demobilised on 25th September 1919.
In 19397 the Kimm family were living at 33 Vicarage Street, North Walsham where Albert was a boot repairer and Special Constable. Albert Harold Kimm died8 on 15th April 1949 aged 62.
His brother Ernest Edward also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal9.
1 North Walsham St Nicholas Baptism Register – Entry no.300
2 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 73 Page 1
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 95 Page 27
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/144
5 Kelly’s Directory 1912, 1916 & 1933
6 Army records
7 1939 Register – TQHE
8 National Probate Calendar 1949 – Page 78
9 Army Medal Index Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Kimm, Ernest Edward
Ernest Edward Kimm was born in North Walsham on 9th February 18791, the son of Robert Kimm and Sarah Kimm (née Porter). Ernest was baptised1 on 24th April 1879 at St Nicholas’ Church, North Walsham.
The 1881 census2 shows the Kimm family living in Nelson Street, North Walsham. Ernest’s siblings were Charlotte (10), John (9), Robert (5) and Herbert (3 months). In 18913 the Kimm family were living in Bradfield Road, Southrepps where Robert senior was a Relieving Officer and Registrar of Births and Deaths. Ernest’s siblings were Mary (16), Robert (14), Herbert (10), Alice (8), Francis (6), Albert (3) and Cyril (4 months).
Ernest appears to have served in the 2nd Boer War as a Private in 2nd Volunteer Service Company of the 2nd Battalion Norfolk Regiment during 1901/02.
In July 1902 Ernest married Florence Phoebe Blogg. The 1911 census4 shows the Kimm family living at ‘Glencoe’, Norwich Road, Cromer where Ernest was a builder’s clerk.
Ernest enlisted with 8th Battalion Norfolk Regiment on 27th September 19145 as Corporal 32048. Little is known of his service but he wasn’t discharged from the army until 7th April 19195. He was however treated for a gunshot wound to his right leg in 6th General Hospital Rouen6 on 19th February 1917 and seems to have spent some time in 2nd Western Hospital, Manchester in May 1917.
The 1939 Register7 has the family still living in ‘Glencoe’, Ernest was now a builder’s clerk, draughtsman and Special Constable.
Ernest Edward Kimm died on 4th February 19708 aged 91.
His brother Albert Harold also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal, Victory Medal & Silver War Badge9.
1 North Walsham St Nicholas Baptism Register – Entry no.2119
2 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 11 Page 15
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 73 Page 1
4 1911 Census – RG14/11164/182
5 Silver War Badge No. B314657
6 Norfolk Regiment Casualty & Sickness Book – Page 122A
7 1939 Register – TQAC – this records Ernest birth date wrongly as 9th Feb 1877
8 National Probate Calendar 1970 – Page 352
9 Army Medal Index Card, Medal Roll & SWB Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Knights, Frederick William
Frederick William Knights was born in North Walsham in 1884, the son of John Knights and Elizabeth Knights (née Brackenbury).
In 18911 the Knights family were living in Lower Street where John was a market gardener. Frederick’s siblings were Thomas (20), Fanny (16), Alice (11), Caroline (9) and Albert (4). The 1901 census2 shows the Knights family still in Lower Street, Frederick was working for his father in the market garden.
On 25th October 1909 Frederick married3 Laura Elizabeth Allen, daughter of William Allen, and in 19114 they were lodging with the Gotts family in Lower Street.
Frederick’s army service has been difficult to locate but we know served in the 159th Company of the Labour Corps5 as Private 290866.
The 1939 register6 shows Frederick and Laura living at Garden House, Lower Street where Frederick was a market gardener.
Frederick William Knights died on 23rd January 19647 aged 79 and was buried8 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 27th January.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 84 Page 23
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 91 Page 19
3 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.372
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/147
5 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
6 1939 Register – TRJC
7 National Probate Calendar 1964 – Page 566
8 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.316
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Larke, Albert
Albert Larke was born in Southrepps in 1888, the son of James Larke and Jane Larke (née Silvey). Albert was baptised1 on 27th May 1888 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 18912 the Larke family were living in Upper Street, Southrepps where James was an agricultural labourer. Albert’s siblings were Frederick (18), Charles (16), Benjamin (15), Gertrude (12), Bertie (7), Ethel (8 months) and William (8 months). The 1901 census3 shows the family still in Upper Street and Albert’s siblings still at home were Benjamin (23), Gertrude (21), Bertie (16), William (10) and Lilian (8).
On 6th November 1909 Albert married4 Frances Violet Platford, daughter of Jacob Platford, at St James’ Church, Southrepps and in 19115 they were living with their two young sons, Victor and Cecil, in Church Street.
Albert enlisted with 7th Battalion Royal Fusiliers as Private G/37376 on 11th December 1915 in Cromer and was mobilised on 16th May 1916. He landed in France on 3rd January 1917 and was transferred to 17th Battalion on 9th February. During his time there he suffered from Trench fever and was returned to England on 5th June 1917 for hospital treatment in Sheffield. He remained in hospital until 22nd August.
On 22nd March 1918 Albert was transferred to the Royal Engineers (Inland Waterways Transport) as Sapper WR/332964 before being demobilised on 25th January 1919.
Albert Larke died on 10th April 19626 aged 74 at the Wayland Hospital, Attleborough and was buried7 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 14th April.
Albert’s brother Bertie also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal8.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.196
2 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 81 Page 17
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 85 Page 7
4 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.375
5 1911 Census – RG14/11178/31
6 National Probate Calendar 1962 – Page 693
7 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.295
8 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Larke, Bertie
Bertie Larke was born in Southrepps on 1st May 18841, the son of James Larke and Jane Larke (née Silvey). Bertie was baptised on2 31st May 1884 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 18913 the Larke family were living in Upper Street, Southrepps where James was an agricultural labourer. Bertie’s siblings were Frederick (18), Charles (16), Benjamin (15), Gertrude (12), Albert (3), Ethel (8 months) and William (8 months). The 1901 census4 shows the family still in Upper Street and Bertie’s siblings still at home were Benjamin (23), Gertrude (21), Albert (12), William (10) and Lilian (8).
On 27th January 1906 Bertie married5 Evangeline Victoria Gray, daughter of Robert Gray, at St James’ Church, Southrepps and in 19116 they were living in Sandy Lane with their two young children, Donald and Elsie.
Bertie’s army service has been difficult to ascertain but we know he served in 436th Agricultural Company of the Labour Corps7 as Private 241011. In 19391 the Larke family were living in Long Lane where Bertie was a farm labourer.
Bertie Larke died on 2nd May 1957 aged 73 and was buried8 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 6th May.
Bertie’s brother Albert also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.98
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 81 Page 17
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 85 Page 7
5 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.357
6 1911 Census – RG14/11178/99
7 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
8 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.248
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Larke, Charles
Charles Larke was born in Southrepps in 1886, the son of Edward Larke and Elizabeth Ann Larke (née Gray). He was baptised1 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 25th July 1886.
The 1891 census2 shows the family living in Lower Street where his father Edward was a groom. In 19013 they were still living in Lower Street and young Charles was working as a carter on the Farm.
The 1911 census4 shows Charles living with his parents in Lower Street where he was a farm labourer.
Charles Larke initially enlisted with the Norfolk Regiment as Private 17934 but later transferred to 1st Battalion Essex Regiment as Private 20568.
On 28th July 1915 Charles Larke embarked on HMT Royal Edward at Avonmouth bound for the Eastern Mediterranean. The ship arrived in Alexandria on 10th August 1915 and after departing for Lemnos she was torpedoed on the morning of 13th August 1915 by the German submarine UB-14.
The ship sank within 6 minutes resulting in a high number of casualties; the exact number is not known but the Admiralty reported that 864 men were missing presumed drowned including Charles Larke aged 29.
Charles Larke is commemorated5 on the Helles Memorial, Turkey on Stone 232. He is also remembered on the Southrepps War Memorial at St James’ Church.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal6.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.152
2 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 84 Page 23
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 90 Page 18
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/191
5 CWGC records
6 Army Medal Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Lawrence, Charles Edward
Charles Edward Lawrence was born in Cromer on 27th December 18811, the son of Paul William Lawrence and Sarah Ann Lawrence (née Smith). Charles was baptised1 at Church of Sts Peter & Paul, Cromer on 1st October 1882. Charles’ father Paul died in 1884 and his mother married William Gray of Southrepps in 1886.
In 18912 Sarah and her sons John (14), Charles (9) and David (5) were living at Swift Cottage, Southrepps, the home of William Gray. The 1911 census3 finds Charles working as a waggoner and boarding with the Drury family at Moat Farm, Antingham.
Charles’ army service has been difficult to ascertain but we know he enlisted with 1st Battalion Essex Regiment as Private 20949 and landed at Gallipoli on 22nd September 1915. He transferred to 42nd Labour Company as Private 475704 and was discharged from the army on 16th May 1919.
In 19394 Charles was lodging with the Thurston’s at Stile Cottage, Lower Street where he was a general labourer.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal5.
1 Cromer Sts Peter & Paul Baptism Register 1882 – Entry no.915
2 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 78 Page 11
3 1911 Census – RG14/11167/36A
4 1939 Register – TRJC
5 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Rolls
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Lawrence, Charles Frederick
Charles Frederick Lawrence was born in Swafield on 3rd June 18891, the son of Harry Charles Lawrence and Harriet Amelia Lawrence (née Larwood). Charles was baptised1 at St Nicholas’ Church, Swafield on 30th June 1889
In 18912 the Lawrence family were living in Overstrand with Harriet’s parents at 11 Gunton Terrace. Harry was an agricultural labourer. The 1901 census3 shows the family living in Roughton and Charles’ siblings were now Ernest (9), Gladys (7), Mabel (5) and Harry (2).
In 19114 the Lawrence family were living in High Street, Southrepps where Charles was entered as a soldier on the census but subsequently crossed out.
It has not been possible to find Charles’ army records for this period but we know he served with 1st Battalion Royal Munster Fusiliers as Private 9103. He was killed in action on 28th May 1915 aged 25 at Gallipoli.
Charles Frederick Lawrence is commemorated5 on the Helles Memorial, Turkey and at St Mary’s Church in Roughton.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal6.
1 Swafield St Nicholas Baptism Register 1889 – Entry no.489
2 1891 Census – RG12/1511 Folio 161 Page 9
3 1901 Census – RG13/1825 Folio 119 Page 17
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/75
5 CWGC records
6 Army Medal Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Learner, Muriel
Muriel Learner was born in Erpingham in 1896, the daughter of Charles Herbert Learner and Edith Mary Learner (née Butler). She was baptised at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 7th April 19051.
In 19012 the Learner family was living at Erpingham Lodge, Erpingham where Charles was a Farmer. Muriel had a sister Helen (3). The 1911 census3 shows Muriel and her sister Helen were boarders at Pembroke House School, Unthank Road in Norwich.
In January 1915 Muriel enlisted with the Red Cross as a V.A.D and continued to serve until January 1919 at North Walsham Hospital. Her home address was Hill House, Southrepps where her father was a farmer.
Muriel married4 Frank Victor Randell, son of Frank Randell, at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 31st August 1921 but died on 28th December 1931 aged 35 and was buried5 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 30th December.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1905 – entry no.555
2 1901 Census – RG13/1831 Folio 27 Page 7
3 1911 Census – RG14/11319/239
4 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.427
5 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1872-1933 – Entry no.785
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Lubbock, Ernest Oscar William
Ernest Oscar William Lubbock was born on 25th May 18921 in Southrepps, the son of Herbert Albert Lubbock and Caroline Lubbock (née Risebrow). Ernest was baptised2 on 26th June 1892 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19013 the Lubbock family lived in Skeyton Road, Scottow where Herbert was a teamster on a farm. The 1911 census4 shows the family living at Manor House Farm, Southrepps; Ernest was a farm labourer.
Ernest enlisted with 2nd Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 19713 but little information has been found regarding his service. We do however know that Ernest was treated for tonsillitis in Baghdad on 13th October 19175.
After the war he married Dorothy M Thompson in 1921 in Andover and in 19391 they were living at 3 Council Houses, Norwich Road, Wroxham where Ernest was a gardener and ARP Warden.
Ernest died in Norfolk in 1975 aged 83.
His brother Owen also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal6.
1 1939 Register – TRVN
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.289
3 1901 Census – RG13/1831 Folio 87 Page 12
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/111
5 Norfolk Regiment Casualty & Sickness Book – Page 164A
6 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Lubbock, George Albert
George Albert Lubbock was born in Northrepps on 8th August 18991,2, the son of Arthur James Lubbock and Alice Lubbock (née Reynolds). He was baptised2 on 1st October 1899 at St Mary’s Church, Northrepps.
In 19013 the Lubbock family were living in Northrepps at the home of Alice’s parents and Arthur Lubbock was a Gardener. George had an older brother Louis (3). The 1911 census4 has the family living in Upper Street, Southrepps where Arthur was an agent for an insurance company. George was a school boy and had brothers Louis (13) and Sydney James (2).
George Lubbock enlisted in the Royal Navy on 10th September 1917 as Ordinary Seaman J77800. After initial training at HMS Pembroke the records are difficult to decipher but we know he was promoted to Able Bodied Seaman on 10th December 1918. George was demobilised on 13th June 1919.
George married Kathleen Blyth in 1923 and they had two daughters, Joy born 1927 and Sylvia born 1933. The 1939 register1 has the family living at Wesley View, Wroxham where George was a Head Gardener, ARP warden and First Aider.
George Albert Lubbock died in March 1973 aged 73.
His brother Louis William served in the Army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal5.
1 1939 Register – TRVN
2 Northrepps St Marys Baptism Register 1899 – Entry no.767
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 22 Page 27
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/55
5 Royal Navy Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Lubbock, Louis William
Louis William Lubbock was born in Northrepps on 20th October 18971, the son of Arthur James Lubbock and Alice Lubbock (née Reynolds). He was baptised1 on 5th December 1897 at St Mary’s Church, Northrepps.
In 19012 the Lubbock family were living in Northrepps at the home of Alice’s parents and Arthur Lubbock was a Gardener. Louis had a younger brother George Albert (1). The 1911 census3 has the family living in Upper Street, Southrepps where Arthur was an agent for an insurance company. Louis was described as a Farm boy and has brothers George Albert (11) and Sydney James (2).
Louis enlisted with the Royal Engineers as Sapper 217968. Little is known of his military service but he was involved with railways as Sapper WR/262257.
After leaving the Army he married Hilda M Baker in 1922 and in 19394 they were living in Bridge Cottages, Lothingland where Louis was a Railway Signalman for the LNER. He was the signalman on Somerleyton Swing Bridge and later moved to Cromer High station, again as a signalman.
Louis William Lubbock died in December 1973 aged 76. His brother George Albert served in the Royal Navy.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal5.
1 Northrepps St Marys Baptism Register 1897 – Entry no.736
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 22 Page 27
3 1911 Census – RG14/11178/55
4 1939 Register – TXTR
5 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Lubbock, Owen Albert Victor
Owen Albert Victor Lubbock was born in Southrepps on 31st August 18971, the son of Herbert Albert Lubbock and Caroline Lubbock (née Risebrow). Owen was baptised1 on 31st October 1897 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19012 the Lubbock family lived in Skeyton Road, Scottow where Herbert was a Teamster on a farm. The 1911 census3 shows the family living at Manor House Farm, Southrepps; Owen was still at school.
Owen enlisted in Windsor, Berkshire with 9th Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers as Private 30744. He was killed in action on 16th August 19174 aged 19 and has no known grave.
Owen Lubbock is commemorated on the Tyne Cot Memorial, Zonnebeke, West-Vlaanderen, Belgium on Panel 58. He is also remembered on the Southrepps War Memorial at St James’ Church.
His brother Ernest also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal5.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.364
2 1901 Census – RG13/1831 Folio 87 Page 12
3 1911 Census – RG14/11178/111
4 CWGC Records
5 Army Medal Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Mayes, Herbert George (aka Burton-Pye)
Herbert George Burton-Pye was born in Southrepps on 12th August 18951, the son of James Burton-Pye and Ann Burton-Pye (née Hewitt). Herbert was baptised1 on 24th November 1895 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19012 Herbert, his sister Ethel and mother Ann were living in Warren Lane, Lower Street and using the surname ‘Mayes’. The 1911 census3 shows that Herbert enlisted with the 3rd Battalion Norfolk Regiment as Private 8454 and was stationed at Britannia Barracks in Norwich. His birthplace was recorded as North Walsham and he was using the surname ‘Mayes’.
At some stage Herbert was transferred to 1st Battalion Essex Regiment as Private 20709 and in 1915 was shipped out to the Mediterranean on HMT Royal Edward. The ship was sunk by a German U boat on 13th August 1915 and Herbert lost his life aged 20. On board this ship was Charles Larke who also died.
Herbert George Burton-Pye (Mayes) is commemorated4 on the Helles Memorial, Turkey and also remembered on the North Walsham War Memorial.
His sister Ethel Elizabeth Burton-Pye served in the Voluntary Aid Detachment of the Red Cross.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal5.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.332
2 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 93 Page 24
3 1911 Census – RG14/11288
4 CWGC records
5 Army Medal Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Mills, Charles William
Charles William Mills was born in Southrepps on 6th December 18921,2, the son of Richard (Riches) David Mills and Mary Jane Mills (née Rowe).
In 19013 the Mills family were living near the station in Hoveton where Richard was a railway labourer. Charles’ siblings were Ernest (10), Gertrude (4) and David (1). The 1911 census4 finds Charles lodging with Louisa Wright in Station Road, Wymondham where he was a cycle repairer.
Charles enlisted with the Royal Flying Corps on 5th February 1915. He is believed to have served as a Mechanic (3512) with 99 Squadron in France. He transferred to the RAF on 1st April 1918 (R/8490) but was struck down with influenza in February 1919 and for a time was seriously ill. Charles was discharged from the RAF on 21st May 1919 with a disability pension.
Charles married Flora Muriel Chapman in 1921 and the 1939 Register1 shows the Mills family living at 1 Station Cottages, Wroxham where Charles was a permanent way labourer on the railway.
Charles William Mills died in The Sanatorium, Kelling on 20th June 19445 aged 51.
Charles’ older brother Ernest served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal, Victory Medal & Silver War Badge2.
1 1939 Register – TRXZ
2 RAF records
3 1901 Census – RG13/1819 Folio 86 Page 4
4 1911 Census – RG14/11344/63
5 National Probate Calendar 1944 – Page 695
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Mills, Ernest Arthur
Ernest Arthur Mills was born in Southrepps on 16th March 18901, the son of Richard (Riches) David Mills and Mary Jane Mills (née Rowe).
In 19012 the Mills family were living near the station in Hoveton where Richard was a railway labourer. Ernest’s siblings were Charles (8), Gertrude (4) and David (1). The 1911 census3 shows the Mills family living in the Railway Cottages, Wroxham where Ernest was a labourer at a boat builders yard.
Ernest married4 Ethel Ellen Everitt on 26th July 1913 in Tasburgh Parish Church.
Ernest enlisted with the Royal Engineers in Norwich on 11th February 1915 as Sapper 68145 and landed in France on 7th March with the British Expeditionary Force. Whilst serving in France Ernest was treated for debility and inflammation of the intestines.
He was discharged from the army on 26th April 1919. The 1939 Register1 shows the Mills family living at 4 Church View, Wroxham and where Ernest was a garage labourer.
Ernest’s brother Charles served with the RAF.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal &Victory Medal5.
1 1939 Register – TRVN
2 1901 Census – RG13/1819 Folio 86 Page 4
3 1911 Census – RG14/11128/66
4 Army records
5 Army Medal Index Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Moy, George Ernest William Dix
George Ernest Moy was born on 11th March 18871 in Southrepps, the son of Charles Moy Dix and Harriet Dix (née Jones). George was baptised2 on 19th April 1887 as George Ernest William Dix at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 18913 the Dix family were living in Bradfield where Charles was an agricultural labourer. The 1901 census4 finds the family still in Bradfield where George has siblings Charles (4) and James (2).
On 6th March 1910 George married5 Lillian Maud Youngman at St Mark’s Church, Camberwell and was using the surname ‘Moy’. In 19116 they were living at 32 Domville Grove, Camberwell with their young son Frederick where George was a gentleman’s servant.
George’s military service has been difficult to ascertain but we know he served with the 2nd, 16th, 17th and 18th Battalions of the Kings Royal Rifle Corps as Rifleman R/12226.
In 19391 the Moy family were living in Southgate, Middlesex where George was a gardener.
His brothers, James Albert Moy Dix and Charles Cyril Moy Dix also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – British War Medal & Victory Medal7.
1 1939 Register – BQAO
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.168
3 1891 Census – RG12/1509 Folio 15 Page 4
4 1901 Census – RG13/1822 Folio 20 Page 9
5 Camberwell St Mark’s Marriage Register 1910 – Entry no.184
6 1911 Census – RG14/2534/323
7 Army Medal Index Card & Medal Roll
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Moy, William Edward
William Edward Moy was born in Southrepps on 28th October 18941,2, the son of Herbert Moy and Edith Harriet Moy (née Vince). William was baptised2 on 13th December 1894 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 19013 the Moy family were living in Upper Street where Herbert was a stockman on a farm. William’s siblings were Ursula (11), May (8), Cyril (2) and Alfred (1). The 1911 census4 shows the family now living in Lower Street. William’s siblings still at home were Maria (23), Ursula (21), Cyril (12), Alfred (11), Campbell (8), Herbert (6) and Evelyn (4). William was now a farm labourer.
William enlisted with 3rd Battalion Norfolk Regiment on 12th September 1914 in Norwich as Private 15054. He landed in France on 11th August 1915 with 8th Battalion and on 2nd July 1916 was wounded in the right leg and hand. William was repatriated to England on 8th July and returned to France on 16th November 1916.
He was wounded again on 27th February 1918 in the thigh and remained in France until 28th March. William returned to England on 29th March 1918 and remained there until he was demobilised on 4th March 1919.
In that same year he married5 Ethel Daisy Hurn on 8th November in Thorpe Market church and in the 1939 register1 they are shown as living in Thorpe Market where William was a farm labourer.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – 1914/15 Star, British War Medal & Victory Medal6.
1 1939 Register – TRJG, date of birth on this register shows 28 Oct 1895
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.319
3 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 84 Page 6
4 1911 Census – RG14/11178/186
5 1919 Thorpe Market Marriage Register 1919 – Entry no.117
6 Army Medal Index Card
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Neave, Charles William
Charles William Neave was born in Southrepps on 11th April 18861, the son of William Neave and Harriet Ann Neave (née Amos). Charles was baptised2 on 27th June 1886 at St James’ Church, Southrepps.
In 18913 the Neave family were living in Long Lane, Southrepps where William was a platelayer on the railway. Charles had one sibling, Harry (2). The 1901 census4 shows the family living in the railway cottages near Gunton Station. Charles was now an agricultural labour.
On 26th December 1906 Charles married5 Laura Mary Burton-Pye, daughter of Francis Edward Burton-Pye, at St James’ Church, Southrepps and in 19116 they were living in Lower Street with their children Helen Daisy and William Charles. Charles was labouring on the railway.
Charles’ military service has been difficult to ascertain but we know he served in 429th Agricultural Company of the Labour Corps7 as Private 552890.
In 19391 the family were still in Lower Street and Charles was working on the land again.
Charles William Neave died in May 1949 aged 63 and was buried8 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 11th May.
His brother in law, Samuel Walter Burton-Pye, also served in the army.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 1939 Register – TRJC
2 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1879-1916 – Entry no.151
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 75 Page 6
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 36 Page 6
5 Southrepps St James Marriage Register 1837-1937 – Entry no.361
6 1911 Census – RG14/11178/180
7 Southrepps Absent Voters List 1918
8 Southrepps St James Burial Register 1933-1992 – Entry no.157
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants
Nichols, Robert
Robert Nichols was born in 1878 in Southrepps, the son of Josiah Nichols and Ann Nichols (née Bane). Robert was baptised1 at St James’ Church, Southrepps on 19th October 1878.
In 18812 the Nichols family were living in Upper Street, Southrepps where Josiah was an agricultural labourer. Robert’s siblings were William (11), John (9), Ellen (7), Mary (5), Elizabeth (4) and Charlotte (7 weeks). The 1891 census3 shows the family still living in Upper Street and Robert’s siblings remaining at home were William (21), John (19), Elizabeth (13) and Jane (10).
In 19014 the family were living in Thorpe Market and Robert was a jobbing gardener. The 1911 census5 shows Robert still living at home in Thorpe Market.
Robert married6 Frances Marion Barber on 24th October 1912 in Thorpe Market Church and their daughter Alice Marion was born in 1913.
Robert’s military history has been difficult to ascertain but we know he enlisted in the Norfolk Regiment as Private 18687. The circumstances of his death are unknown but he died on 8th May 1915 aged 36 in Norwich and was buried7 in Norwich Cemetery in Plot 25 Grave 194.
Robert Nichols is commemorated at St Margaret’s Church, Thorpe Market.
Gallantry & Campaign Medals awarded – not known.
1 Southrepps St James Baptism Register 1845-1879 – Entry no.767
2 1881 Census – RG11/1923 Folio 51 Page 6
3 1891 Census – RG12/1510 Folio 82 Page 19
4 1901 Census – RG13/1824 Folio 38 Page 9
5 1911 Census – RG14/11171/12
6 Thorpe Market Marriage Register 1912 – Entry no.109
7 CWGC records
Back to the full list of Southrepps WW1 participants